From Elvis to aircraft, there's plenty of Delaware fun this weekend, rain or no rain
Welcome to the weekend, Small Wonder.
We are here to maximize your enjoyment.
There's a chance of thunderstorms today and a high of at least 89 predicted, so plan accordingly. Sunday's Wilmington area forecast is a 90% chance of rain so it's a great day to get stuff done around the house, settle in with a good book or puzzle, or make some snacks and binge some Wes Anderson movies.
If you are headed to the beach today, you will find our Weekend Beach Guide here.
In the mood for a farmers market to power up your weekend menu? We’ve got you. Stock up, chow down.
Or you can pour more coffee and do our News Quiz, as you'll see below.
Here are some more fun things to do this weekend if you are venturing out. A lot of them have air conditioning.
Aircraft Museum flies under radar in Dover
One of Delaware's best hidden gems is tucked away in Dover, and it's free to the public. The Air Mobility Command Museum is unique because it's one of the most visited attractions in Delaware, yet many locals haven't been there. The museum displays over 30 aircraft and has exhibits offering the history of interesting people, aircraft and air refueling. There's also a cool flight simulator.
Air Mobility Command Museum (1301 Heritage Road, Dover Air Force Base) is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. Free admission. Visit mcmuseum.org or call (302) 677-5938.
Elvis tribute shakes up Rehoboth
Jesse Garron is part of a large fraternity of Elvis Presley tribute artists. But one thing that makes him unique is his stage name. The performer uses Jesse Garron as his alias, in honor of Elvis’ twin brother, Jesse Garon Presley, who died at birth, according to the tribute artist's bio. He's paid homage to the rock ‘n’ roll legend since 1997.
Rehoboth Beach Bandstand (Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach) from 8 to 9:15 p.m. Saturday, July 8. Visit rehobothbandstand.com or call (302) 644-2288.
Firefly's Allen Stone hits Dewey
Although Firefly Music Festival is on hiatus this year, Allen Stone will bring some of those festival vibes to the beach. After all, he played the inaugural festival in 2012. The soulful singer, who is a guest mentor on "American Idol" Season 21, is best known for his song "Consider Me." Allen Stone's concert will feature special guest Brothers Elsey.
Bottle & Cork (1807 Highway One, Dewey Beach) at 8 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $35. Visit bottleandcork.com or (302) 227-7272.
Free trip at Delaware Art Museum
There's always something fun to see and do at Delaware Art Museum. It's especially cool on Sundays during the summer, and on Thursdays in the evening, because the museum offers free admission at those times. That's still the case at the moment, so what are you waiting for?!
Delaware Art Museum (2301 Kentmere Parkway, Wilmington) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, and from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Free admission. Visit delart.org or call (302) 571-9590.
Paddle and paddle some more
There is nothing like hitting a favorite lake, river or inlet for a few hours of kayaking.
We have a new guide to kayaking in Delaware to help you decide where you'd like to paddle next.
Just be sure to check the weather before setting out and remember your SPF, water and bug spray.
Test your news IQ with our weekly quiz
Are you a newshound who knows more about what’s going on than anyone around you?
Well, do we have a quiz for you!
Fresh off the local headlines, we’ve created a weekly Delaware Online news quiz that will test your news IQ based on what happened the previous seven days.
Our quiz hits all our favorite topics – sports, food, history, politics and more. We release a new quiz every Friday, so look for it when you want to exercise your brain cells.
Rewatch 'Only Murders in the Building'
Meryl Streep and Paul Rudd are joining the cast of Hulu's hit "Only Murders in the Building'' for Season 3 next month.
If you haven't seen the series or want to rewatch to refresh your memory, it's time to get hopping. (Be sure to make your pizza rolls and stock up on Gut Milk first ... ).
The new season is set to begin on Aug. 8.
Andre Lamar contributed to this story.
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